The Observer
July 2006

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Council seeks ban on dispersant use
Prospects remain uncertain for a fix to budget problem in state's oil-spill office
Future oceanographers?
New umbrella organization forming to take on Alaska's invasive species
	Volunteer Profile: Accidental scientist is mom, canoe racer, volunteer
Board picks new officers
Chamber rep joins council
	Board member honored for work on oceans
From the Executive Director: Shippers won't commit to protecting escort system
For now, industry drops idea of tug fleet cuts
One new face and two new places on council staff
Council seeks artists for new version of its coloring book
Council meeting schedule
Barge mishap kills crewman
Alyeska Viewpoint: Vessel system practices continuous improvement
AMOP Conference
Settling into new space
	Methodology in dispersant tests is still questionable
Chenega Bay celebrates opening of new buildings
	Spring brings fishing vessel training for Kodiak crews
Community Corner: French visitors tour oil-spill region